I recently got a chance to catch up with one of my girlfriends, who called to request a little assistance in packing for a ski trip. Out of my whole circle of friends, I am the only one who loves winter temps, snow, and ice! While others dream of summer, beaches, and bikinis, I am all about the cute and cozy fashions of winter! (bigRead Now
2017 Year End Wrap-up & 2018 Goals
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I want to start this post by advising y’all that it’s about to get real. The Suburban Socialite has been a very therapeutic venture for me, serving not only as a blog for my readers, but as a diary of sorts, in which to work through my issues. So, what better place than this website, with my amazing followers and readers, to share my 2017Read Now
The Best Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe
32 CommentsPicture it! (I sooo said that in my best Sophia from Golden Girls voice) It’s icy cold outside, and slightly misty. The day is fading to dusk, and all you can think about is making a steamy mug of rich hot cocoa to warm your body and soothe your soul! Hot Cocoa is always my go-to winter treat, but around the holidays, I like toRead Now
Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers
36 CommentsShopping for stocking stuffers is one of my favorite parts of the holiday season! Stocking stuffers tend to be less expensive than big ticket items, but they are still totally useful and often a welcome surprise for the recipient! I try to pick out cute little trinkets that reflect my loved ones personalities, or buy really cute versions of items that people really need, butRead Now
Holiday Gift Guide: Gift Boxes for Everyone!
45 CommentsIt’s Mid-December! Some of you are rejoicing; happy that you’ve already accomplished all of your shopping. The stockings are hung by the chimney with care, and all of your gifts are already (carefully) wrapped and alphabetized by name of the recipient. Or, on the opposite end of the spectrum, you’re realizing that you’ve gotten no shopping done (except for that sweater you picked up forRead Now
Beautiful Holiday Cards
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Tis the season to be jolly…and thoughtful! Nothing warms my heart more than to open up the mailbox and find a beautiful holiday card inside! The holiday season is one that everyone can get excited about and spread a little comfort and cheer! Whether you celebrate Hanukkah (like me!), Kwanzaa, or Christmas, there is a card for every occasion! I love receiving beautiful cards thatRead Now
The Best Holiday Cookie Recipe!
25 CommentsThanksgiving…a time for giving thanks, spending time with family and loved ones…and of course, THE FOOD!!! I’m sure all of my readers have their go-to Thanksgiving traditions and meals that they enjoy, but I wanted to share my absolute favorite holiday dessert that I make every year at Thanksgiving and Christmas time: Hershey’s Peanut Butter Blossoms! These cookies are sooo good ya’ll!!! I’ve had soRead Now
Weekend Wrap-up: Fall Fashion, Birthday/Book Signing, and Rainy Day Polka Dots!
13 CommentsHello Socialites! It’s been a rough couple of weeks at work, so I apologize for the lack of posts. I’m feeling like Timbaland right now: “It’s been a long time…I shouldn’t have left you. Without a dope post to step to.” #cornymoment This past weekend was epic ya’ll!!! We celebrated my mother’s 65th birthday with a huge bash at Fleming’s Steakhouse (sooo good, and theRead Now
The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Ever!
20 CommentsAs the Fall weather begins to turn crisp, my passion for baking always reignites. This time of year inspires me to pull out the cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin, apples, etc. and bake yummy pies, cobblers, and cakes! Nothing, however, tops the Chocolate Chip Cookie, which ranks #1 on my list of all time favorite, quickly comforting desserts! ? I’m slightly obsessed with cookies. An interesting tidbitRead Now
My Favorite Podcasts
31 CommentsHi Socialites! ?? My post today is going to be a little different from the normal fashion & beauty posts, because I wanted to share my favorite podcasts with you guys! I got into podcasts when I first got my iPhone 6S Plus (a little old now, I know!) and began actually paying attention to all the apps that came standard. I decided to listenRead Now